Team management
15 days spread over 6 months
Human leadership
Organizations are increasingly grappling with ethical issues. The media are reporting on them, and awareness is growing. Ethics is a key aspect of leadership. Learning to create a climate of integrity and interpersonal trust becomes the foundation of success for any team or organization.
training informations
Short program (FC)
duration
3 days spread over 1 month
price
CHF 2’250
language
English, French
location
Onsite
internationally recognized
hands-on & practical course
Presentation of the program
Today's leaders need to take the human aspect into account when gathering, guiding and achieving objectives. Human leadership is characterized by an understanding of and attention to the qualities and abilities of colleagues, as well as the environment in which they operate. It's about communicating intrinsic personal values to guide authentically, and anchoring an ethic that enables the group to adhere to it.
This program is structured in several parts:
- Introduction to ethics: Philosophy has endowed us with over 2000 years of reflection on ethics. How to make ethical decisions, how to decide in a dilemma?
- Unethical behavior: How is it possible for good people to do bad things in organizations?
- The ethical toolbox: How to identify and manage critical ethical situations in an organization?
- First impressions: Can we read others correctly? What are the clues that help, and why are we often wrong?
- Crisis management: How do you react when a situation takes an unexpected turn?
Learning objectives
- Analyze the ethical challenges facing individuals, teams and organizations.
- Develop strategies to manage the organization's integrity and foster an inclusive environment.
- Practice your own values in your leadership role and become aware of the complexity of interpersonal interactions.
Target audience
- Anyone in charge of a department or team wishing to develop their human and interpersonal skills.
- Managers or future managers wishing to develop and review their leadership behaviors and practices.
- Managers and future managers wishing to help their teams achieve sustainable performance through a more human approach.
About the program
This short program Human leadership was built for professionals seeking to learn about fundamental concepts and then practice them trough practical exercises. There is a strong emphasis on practical application supported by academic excellence, with the use of exercises and break-out groups, industry examples and guest speakers. The fundamental notions will be presented beforehand, then supplemented and illustrated by numerous practical exercises based on real cases .
This approach will allow the participants to deploy the concepts presented during the course as well as forging a strong analytical mindset to tackle future challenges they might face on .
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Program's sessions
You can see all our open program sessions in Human leadership below. Click on the session you are interested in or check the full calendar.
June
2026
open
- full dates
- 8, 9 and 10 June 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 07 May 2026
June
2026
full
- full dates
- 18, 19 and 20 June 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 14 May 2026
December
2026
full
- full dates
- 17, 18 and 19 December 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 12 November 2026
January
2027
open
- full dates
- 14, 15 and 16 January 2027
- language
- English
- registration
- Before 10 December 2026
January
2026
full
- full dates
- 15, 16 and 17 January 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 11 December 2026
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How do I make ethical decisions as a leader?
The program gives you clear reference points for analyzing a dilemma and structuring your thinking. You discover tools drawn from the philosophical tradition, applied to real-world situations. This method helps you decide with greater consistency and explain your choices.
Why can competent people sometimes act unethically?
The module explores the organizational and human mechanisms that can lead to misconduct. You gain a better understanding of the pressures, biases, and contexts that influence behavior. This perspective strengthens your vigilance and your ability to set the right boundaries.
How do I create a climate of trust within my team?
You work on the alignment between your values, your words, and your actions. The program helps you establish clear rules and a shared integrity framework. A climate of trust supports engagement and collective performance.
How do I stay aligned with my values at work?
You identify your personal values and their role in your leadership. The module helps you translate them into concrete behaviors. This alignment strengthens your credibility and your authenticity.
How do I handle a sensitive ethical situation?
You learn to spot warning signs and analyze the issues at stake. Practical tools help you structure your response. This preparation supports thoughtful decisions, even under pressure.
How do I respond to an unexpected crisis?
The program addresses crisis management from a human and ethical perspective. You work on your stance, your communication, and your decision-making in high-pressure situations. This approach strengthens your ability to act with composure and responsibility.
Can you really understand others better at first contact?
The module explores the mechanisms behind first impressions and their limitations. You learn to recognize common biases. This awareness improves the quality of your interactions.
Is this useful if I have been managing for several years already?
Yes. The program offers a space for reflection on your current practices. You revisit your stance and your decisions through the lens of ethical challenges. This process strengthens the maturity of your leadership.
What are the terms and conditions applicable to this course ?
The Human leadership course is subject to the terms and conditions available here
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June
2026
open
- full dates
- 8, 9 and 10 June 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 07 May 2026
June
2026
full
- full dates
- 18, 19 and 20 June 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 14 May 2026
December
2026
full
- full dates
- 17, 18 and 19 December 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 12 November 2026
January
2027
open
- full dates
- 14, 15 and 16 January 2027
- language
- English
- registration
- Before 10 December 2026
January
2026
full
- full dates
- 15, 16 and 17 January 2026
- language
- French
- registration
- Before 11 December 2026